Academic English Course

The Academic English program provides you with top-rate English language instruction and the academic skills to succeed at Suffolk University.

Course features

What you'll learn:

Present spoken and written ideas accurately and effectively in English;

Write research papers with proper use of citations and references;

Read, understand and critically evaluate academic texts;

Understand and use vocabulary common to academic disciplines;

Take useful and accurate notes in academic lectures and presentations;

Understand US values in an academic setting.

Key course facts

Course length: 1-3 Semesters

Start dates: 2019: January, May, August; 2020: January, May

Fees: From $7,600

Class size: 18

Award: Students who successfully complete Academic English can progress to undergraduate or graduate degree programs at Suffolk University.

Course options: 2-Semester

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: High school diploma required

English language requirements: No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival

Age requirements: 16 years and above.

*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices that are shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.